Hoop earrings have a long history as one of the oldest forms of jewellery. They were worn ancient Greece and Ancient Rome, with the oldest know hoop earrings originating from ancient Sumerian culture around 2500 B.C.E
Ancient Sumerian Hoop Earrings made from gold. Ca. 2600-2500 B.C.E. Image: Brooklyn Museum
Gold hoop earrings and Silver hoop earrings continue to play a key role throughout the history of modern fashion today. From the bohemian hippies of the 60's to the cool, chic girls wearing oversized statement hoops in the 90's.
Jean Shrimpton photographed by David Bailey in 1966
Aaliyah wearing statement silver hoop earrings in the 90's
Hoop earrings are experiencing a revival once again. We like to keep it simple with a pair of cool, clean hoops for hot summer days.
